Seasoned in storeCarbon steel frying pan
Seasoned before it leaves the shop, oven safe, works on induction
from $42
Cookware that earns its place on the hook
Copper and Crumb Kitchenware sells pans, knives, bakeware and gadgets we would cook with ourselves, and says plainly how to look after them. Shop online, bring a blade to the sharpening bench, or watch a Saturday demo in the kitchen at the back.
Saturdays 11:00cooking demo in store
$6 a bladesharpening at the bench
Gift listsfor weddings and new homes
- Knife sharpening at the bench
- Cooking demos every Saturday
- Gift lists for weddings and new homes
- Delivery fee priced by weight
Pans, knives and tins worth keeping
Pick the size or length on each card, then add it to the bag. A forged knife made to your order has no fixed price, so that one starts with an enquiry.
Seasoned in store
Chef's knife
Stainless steel, full tang, fine edge, hand wash only
from $78
Lasts decadesEnamelled cast iron casserole
Heavy lid that holds heat for slow cooking, oven safe to 250°C
from $124
Non stick saute pan
Coated aluminium with a steel base, made for low and medium heat
$54
Bakeware trio
A loaf tin, a 20 cm round cake tin and a twelve cup muffin tray
$46
Hand forged knife, made to order
Forged by a local smith to the length and handle wood you choose
Price on enquiry
EnquireKnives are sold to adults only, and proof of age is asked for at collection and on delivery; the rules on knife sales differ between countries. Anything unused and still boxed may be returned for 30 days.
Care that keeps the pan, and the edge
Honest care, including the parts that wear out in the end. Where a maker's own instructions differ, follow those.
| Piece | Wash | Avoid | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon steel pan | Hot water and a brush, dry on the hob, wipe with a drop of oil | Soaking, the dishwasher, long simmers of tomato or wine | It turns dark and patchy as it seasons, which is normal |
| Enamelled cast iron | Warm soapy water once it has cooled | Cold water on a hot pot, metal scourers | Chipped enamel can spread, so lift the pot rather than drag it |
| Non stick pans | Soft sponge and warm soapy water | High heat when empty, metal tools, cooking sprays | Every coating wears out; replace the pan once it flakes or food sticks |
| Stainless steel | Dishwasher or sink; baking soda paste lifts stains | Bleach and steel wool | Rainbow heat marks are harmless and wipe off with vinegar |
| Kitchen knives | By hand, dried straight away | The dishwasher, glass or stone boards, a loose drawer | Hone weekly, and sharpen once honing stops bringing the edge back |
An empty non stick pan left on high heat can overheat the coating, which damages it and can give off fumes, so keep it to low or medium heat and never preheat it dry for long.
Saturday demos in the kitchen at the back
Every Saturday at 11:00 one of the team cooks a dish on pans from the shelves, from a carbon steel omelette to a no knead loaf baked in cast iron. There are twelve stools, the cooking is real, and nobody is asked to buy a thing.
Bring the question that bothers you at home: why the fish sticks, how hot the pan should be, which knife you actually need. The answer is usually cheaper than a new pan.
- Twelve seats at $15, tasting included
- Cooked on the same pans as the shelf
- First time cooks very welcome
At the bench and around the counter
Services that keep your kitchen working long after the sale.
Knife sharpening
Straight edged blades sharpened on stones while you shop, or left overnight. Serrated and badly chipped knives go to a specialist, priced first.
Per blade$6
Saturday demo seat
Ninety minutes in the demo kitchen with a tasting and a printed recipe to take home.
Per seat$15
Wedding and new home lists
A list kept at the counter for guests to buy from in store or by phone, with every gift delivered in one drop.
To open a listNo charge
Pan advice
Tell us your hob, how you cook and your budget, and we suggest three good pieces instead of a full boxed set.
At the counterAny time
A gift list, from opening to delivery
Most lists open three to four months before the day.
Open the list
Send the form with the date and the names, or call in to the shop.
Choose together
Walk the shelves with us or send a short wish list by message.
Guests buy
Guests ask for the list by name in store or by phone, and each piece is marked as bought.
One delivery
Everything is wrapped and delivered in one drop after the day, or collected.
Around the shop
The copper rail, the sharpening bench and the demo kitchen.
Cooked with, then reviewed (example reviews)
Bought the 28 cm carbon steel pan after a Saturday demo. Six weeks on it is properly black and eggs slide straight out. The care card was spot on.
The list ran for three months and nothing was doubled. Every gift arrived in one delivery the week after the wedding, wrapped in brown paper and copper ribbon.
They said the cheaper non stick pan would do for a holiday flat, and they were right. That honesty is why the knives came from here too.
Asked at the counter
Why is my carbon steel pan turning black?
That is the seasoning building up, and it is what lets food release. Patchy colour in the first weeks is normal. Rust spots come from leaving the pan wet: scrub them off, dry it on the heat and wipe in a little oil.
How long does a non stick pan last?
Every coating wears out, often within a few years of daily cooking, and sooner on high heat. Low to medium heat, wooden or silicone tools and hand washing slow the wear. Once the surface flakes or food starts to stick, replace the pan.
Do you sharpen knives bought elsewhere?
Yes, most straight edged kitchen knives, at $6 a blade. Serrated knives and badly damaged tips go to a specialist, and you hear the price before any work starts.
Can anyone buy a knife online?
Only adults. Proof of age is asked for when a knife is collected or delivered, and because the rules on selling knives differ from country to country, some addresses cannot receive them.
Why does a casserole cost more to send?
Checkout prices delivery by weight and address, and a 6 L cast iron pot weighs well over 5 kg. Collecting from the shop avoids the fee altogether.
Can gifts from a list be exchanged?
Yes. Unused gifts can be swapped within 60 days of delivery, so a duplicate or a change of heart is easy to put right.
Open a gift list or save a demo seat
Say what you would like and the date, and the shop answers within one working day. Gift lists open at no charge, and demo seats are held once we confirm.
- Lists for weddings, new homes and big birthdays
- Demo seats confirmed by reply
- Payment arranged directly with the shop
Find us in the arcade
The demo kitchen is at the back, just past the copper rail.
Call or email
In the covered arcade off the main square, demo kitchen at the back
Opening hours
| Monday to Friday | 9:30 to 18:00 |
| Saturday | 9:00 to 17:30, demo at 11:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 to 16:00 |
Sharpening times
Blades left before 13:00 are ready the same afternoon. Bring them wrapped in a tea towel or a sleeve, never loose in a bag.